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Forklift fleet upgrade contributes to 75% productivity boost
New forklifts handle seasonal peaks in production and temperature.

Automatic transport system helps double production
Engine manufacturer replaces aging AGV system to keep workers productive. Automatic Guided Vehicles case study 2016.

New doors open paths to productivity
Reliable high-speed doors ensure access to massive inventory for food distributor.

Workflow management system delivers data in real time
Mobile pickup and delivery solution improves visibility and agility for carrier’s next-day deliveries.

Hybrid fulfillment solution handles long tail of SKUs
Beverage distributor’s new facility takes unique approach to the challenge of SKU proliferation.

Online retailer tackles billable weight changes
A new system to capture item dimensions nets optimized shipments

Labor Management Software (LMS) Plays a Key Role in Store Fulfillment
The key roles labor management software play in omnichannel order fulfillment: meeting rising customer service expectations, driving labor savings and ensuring process rigor. Intelligrated white paper on using labor management systems.

Software system gives new facility a competitive edge
Cold storage warehouse and DC offers flexibility, visibility and predictive insights

Lift truck uptime keeps freight company on time
Reliable fleet handles a variety of cargo on precise schedules. Lift truck service and repair.

Refrigerated warehouse makes every doorway count
New facility’s doors separate ambient, refrigerated and freezer storage to reduce energy consumption while optimizing uptime. Energy efficiency of insulated warehouse doors.

Manufacturer simplifies complexity with collaborative robot
Custom molder uses adaptable robot to increase workforce productivity and serve customers.

New racking system supports continuous improvement
Roller racks improve storage density, inventory management and picker productivity.

Industrial distributor opens the productivity valve
After improving a customer’s warehouse processes with new software, the solution provider phased out the WMS and rolled the functionality into a new ERP.

Pushback rack freshens warehouse performance
Heavy-duty rack offers safety, storage density and labor savings.

Liquor distributor achieves compliance with a watchful eye
Bar code reader provides higher read rates on liquor tax stamps in tough conditions.

Yard solutions help connect the dots in a dynamic environment
Modern platform extends visibility and connectivity on both sides of the four walls.

3PL retrofits lighting and thermostats
Warehouse enjoys improved productivity, safety, comfort and efficiency.

Intelligent LEDs improve productivity and the bottom line
International contract logistician deploys intelligent sensor-based lighting to reduce energy costs and enhance employee safety.

Cement producer finds the right blend of packaging solutions
New filling, packaging and palletizing line speeds production while cutting maintenance and labor costs.

Centralized unitizing robots prove reliable and flexible
Large pulp and paper company relocates and expands robotic unitizing system.


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